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Gensler · 1 week ago

Student Internship – Architecture – Summer 2026 – Chicago

Chicago, IL, US

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$23/hr - $25/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Gensler is a leading architecture and design firm, and they are seeking a Summer Architecture Intern for their Chicago office. The intern will work on architecture projects, collaborate with design teams, and gain real-world experience while utilizing AI-enhanced visualization tools.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Work on architecture projects as a fully collaborative member of a design team, participating in design charrettes to help define strategic goals for our clients, large or small

Receive hands-on learning and collaborate with designers, architects, directors, and managers to plan, design, develop and gain real-world experience working with clients across a spectrum of industries and locations

Enjoy the rich culture of our office and firm through educational sessions and mentorship opportunities that include lunch-and-learns, lectures, project tours and vendor presentations

Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and technical drawings

Build physical study models and presentation models

Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts

Assist in creating design concepts using AI-enhanced visualization tools

Implementing AI processes into architecture and interior design projects (e.g., generative design, conceptual process, analytics, and more)

Help prepare AI-generated story-telling conceptual design and renderings for client presentations

Collaborate on space planning and optimization projects using AI-driven analytics

Test and provide feedback on AI-integrated design software in partnership with our Design Technology team

Qualification

ArchitectureRevitRhino/SketchupGenerative AI tools3D rendering skillsAI-assisted visualization toolsData-driven design trendsAdobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookBluebeamHand sketchingPhysical modelingAnalytical skillsLeadershipOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeam player

Required

You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture; NAAB accredited program highly preferred

You have completed your third year of an undergraduate program or first year of a graduate program and are returning to your program post-internship. This internship is not for recent graduates

Experience using Revit and Rhino/Sketchup is required; AutoCAD and other 3D modeling software is a plus

3D computer rendering skills (Enscape, V-ray and others)

Familiarity with contemporary generative AI tools

Basic understanding of generative design principles and how AI can optimize floorplan layouts, building layouts, and material selections

Ability to use AI-assisted visualization tools for rendering and concept development

Knowledge of data-driven design trends (e.g., sustainability metrics, space utilization analytics)

Awareness of ethical and practical implications of AI in design and environmental impact

Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Work, Outlook and Bluebeam

Hand sketching and physical modelling ability a plus

Demonstrated leadership ability in school and/or community

Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task

Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills

Resourceful, self-motivated, enthusiastic team player

Outstanding analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills

Benefits

Educational sessions

Mentorship opportunities

Lunch-and-learns

Lectures

Project tours

Vendor presentations

Company

Gensler

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Gensler is a collaborative design firm that has capabilities in design and architecture across 31 practices.

Founded in 1965

San Francisco, California, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.gensler.com

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